In cPanel, the Databases section is where you create, manage, and connect databases for your websites (like WordPress, forums, or custom apps). Here’s a clear breakdown of what you usually see there and what each item does:
Main items in the Databases section
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MySQL® Databases
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Create new databases
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Create database users
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Assign users to databases (with permissions like read/write)
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Rename or delete databases and users
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MySQL® Database Wizard
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A step-by-step tool (beginner-friendly)
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Guides you through:
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Creating a database
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Creating a user
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Assigning permissions
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phpMyAdmin
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Web-based database management tool
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Lets you:
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View tables
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Run SQL queries
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Import/export databases
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Edit data directly
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Remote MySQL®
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Allows external servers or apps to connect to your database
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Used for advanced setups (e.g., remote apps or services)
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